What's New

Posted November 10, 2025 (updated December 17, 2025)

Changes to USDOT's DBE Program

Effective October 3, 2025, the USDOT published an Interim Final Rule (IFR) requiring immediate changes to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program. USDOT has released FAQs regarding the changes.

UPDATE - An updated DBE FAQ was released on December 1, 2025 with additional guidance.

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Posted December 17, 2025

19th Annual FTA Drug and Alcohol Program National Conference

The 19th Annual FTA Drug and Alcohol Program National Conference will be held on April 14-16, 2026 in Portland, Oregon. The conference offers sessions for Drug and Alcohol Program Managers and transit officials to better understand 49 CFR Part 655 and 49 CFR Part 40.

Registration opens March 2026. For updates, check out the FTA's Drug and Alcohol Program web page.

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Posted December 17, 2025

Tribal Transit Peer Roundtable

National RTAP is hosting a Tribal Transit Peer Roundtable on January 7, 2026 from 2:00-3:00 PM ET. The roundtable will focus on having meaningful discussions and to gather feedback from Tribal Nations.

Wisconsin Rural Transit NEWS

Do you have something newsworthy happening at your agency? Have you implemented new technology? Improved efficiency? Established new partnerships or funding opportunities? Tell us about it! Fill out a contact us form, include "NEWS" in your message, and we'll tell the world about your accomplishments! 

Wisconsin Public Transportation Association (WIPTA) has an excellent news site. Stay up to date on Wisconsin Transit happenings! 

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2026 WIPTA Fall Transit Conference

September 22-24, 2026

Hosted by Green Bay Metro in Green Bay, WI